Dataset Overview

This dataset provides a comprehensive overview of internet usage across countries as of 2024. It includes data on the percentage of the population using the internet, sourced from multiple organizations such as the World Bank (WB), International Telecommunication Union (ITU), and the CIA. The dataset covers all United Nations member states, excluding North Korea, and provides insights into internet penetration rates, user counts, and trends over recent years. The data is derived from household surveys and internet subscription statistics, offering a reliable snapshot of global digital connectivity.

Data Science Applications

This dataset can be used in various data science applications, including: - Digital Divide Analysis: Evaluate disparities in internet access between developed and developing nations. - Trend Analysis: Study the growth of internet penetration over time across different regions. - Policy Recommendations: Assist policymakers in identifying underserved areas and strategizing for improved connectivity. - Market Research: Help businesses identify potential markets for digital products or services. - Correlation Studies: Analyze relationships between internet penetration and socioeconomic indicators like GDP, education levels, or urbanization.

Column Descriptors

The dataset contains the following columns: 1. Location: Country or region name. 2. Rate (WB): Percentage of the population using the internet (World Bank data). 3. Year (WB): Year corresponding to the World Bank data. 4. Rate (ITU): Percentage of the population using the internet (ITU data). 5. Year (ITU): Year corresponding to the ITU data. 6. Users (CIA): Estimated number of internet users in absolute terms (CIA data). 7. Year (CIA): Year corresponding to the CIA data. 8. Notes: Additional notes or observations about specific entries.

Ethically Mined Data

The data has been sourced from publicly available and reputable organizations such as the World Bank, ITU, and CIA. These sources ensure transparency and ethical collection methods through household surveys and official statistics. The dataset excludes North Korea due to limited reliable information on its internet usage.

Acknowledgements

This dataset is based on information compiled from: - World Bank - International Telecommunication Union - CIA World Factbook - Wikipedia's "List of countries by number of Internet users" page

Special thanks to these organizations for providing open access to this valuable information, enabling deeper insights into global digital connectivity trends.

Citations: [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_countries_by_number_of_Internet_users [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_countries_by_number_of_Internet_users

This dataset contains country-level internet usage data from 2000 to 2023. It provides the percentage of the population using the internet in different countries over time. This data can be useful for analyzing global internet penetration, digital adoption trends, and technological growth across regions.

🔹 Dataset Information:

• Country Name & Code – Identifies each country.
• Yearly Internet Usage (%) – The percentage of the population using the internet from 2000 to 2023.
• Missing Values (No Data) – Some countries may have missing data for certain years.

📈 Potential Use Cases:

• Trend Analysis: Explore how internet usage has evolved globally.
• Regional Comparisons: Compare internet adoption across countries and continents.
• Machine Learning Applications
  • Time-Series Forecasting – Predict future internet usage trends using models like ARIMA, LSTM, or Prophet.
  • Clustering & Segmentation – Group countries based on their internet adoption rates using k-means or hierarchical clustering.
  • Feature Engineering – Use internet penetration as a predictor in socio-economic or technological development models.

📌 Source:

Modified from this source World bank group data

This dataset is valuable for data visualization, time-series analysis, and policy-making research related to digital growth.

The population share with internet access in the United States was forecast to continuously increase between 2024 and 2029 by in total *** percentage points. After the ninth consecutive increasing year, the internet penetration is estimated to reach ***** percent and therefore a new peak in 2029. Notably, the population share with internet access of was continuously increasing over the past years.The penetration rate refers to the share of the total population having access to the internet via any means. The shown figures have been derived from survey data that has been processed to estimate missing demographics. The shown data are an excerpt of Statista's Key Market Indicators (KMI). The KMI are a collection of primary and secondary indicators on the macro-economic, demographic and technological environment in more than 150 countries and regions worldwide. All input data are sourced from international institutions, national statistical offices, and trade associations. All data has been are processed to generate comparable datasets (see supplementary notes under details for more information).

In the second quarter of 2025, mobile devices (excluding tablets) accounted for 62.54 percent of global website traffic. Since consistently maintaining a share of around 50 percent beginning in 2017, mobile usage surpassed this threshold in 2020 and has demonstrated steady growth in its dominance of global web access. Mobile traffic Due to low infrastructure and financial restraints, many emerging digital markets skipped the desktop internet phase entirely and moved straight onto mobile internet via smartphone and tablet devices. India is a prime example of a market with a significant mobile-first online population. Other countries with a significant share of mobile internet traffic include Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya. In most African markets, mobile accounts for more than half of the web traffic. By contrast, mobile only makes up around 45.49 percent of online traffic in the United States. Mobile usage The most popular mobile internet activities worldwide include watching movies or videos online, e-mail usage and accessing social media. Apps are a very popular way to watch video on the go and the most-downloaded entertainment apps in the Apple App Store are Netflix, Tencent Video and Amazon Prime Video.

Introduction

Internet Usage Statistics: In recent years, the growth of global internet usage has significantly transformed industries and everyday life. This rapid expansion has been driven by advancements in technology, greater mobile access, and the increasing availability of high-speed networks. The deployment of 5G has further amplified the demand for digital services and content, enriching the online experience.

The internet has evolved from a communication tool to a vital resource for business, education, entertainment, and more. The pandemic accelerated the shift to remote work and digital learning, reinforcing the internet's crucial role in modern society. As internet connectivity continues to expand, particularly in emerging markets, the challenge of bridging the digital divide persists. However, the growing global reach of the internet underscores its essential role in shaping existing life.

Web browser usage statistics over time.

Primary data source is W3Schools browser statistics. The data provided comes from the log files of W3Schools' servers.

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This Website Statistics dataset has four resources showing usage of the Lincolnshire Open Data website. Web analytics terms used in each resource are defined in their accompanying Metadata file.

• Website Usage Statistics: This document shows a statistical summary of usage of the Lincolnshire Open Data site for the latest calendar year.

• Website Statistics Summary: This dataset shows a website statistics summary for the Lincolnshire Open Data site for the latest calendar year.

• Webpage Statistics: This dataset shows statistics for individual Webpages on the Lincolnshire Open Data site by calendar year.

• Dataset Statistics: This dataset shows cumulative totals for Datasets on the Lincolnshire Open Data site that have also been published on the national Open Data site Data.Gov.UK - see the Source link.

  Note: Website and Webpage statistics (the first three resources above) show only UK users, and exclude API calls (automated requests for datasets). The Dataset Statistics are confined to users with javascript enabled, which excludes web crawlers and API calls.

These Website Statistics resources are updated annually in January by the Lincolnshire County Council Business Intelligence team. For any enquiries about the information contact opendata@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Internet use in the UK annual estimates by age, sex, disability, ethnic group, economic activity and geographical location, including confidence intervals.

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It starts with a simple habit: you open your browser and type a question. A few keystrokes later, Google gives you answers, videos, maps, and suggestions before you even finish your thought. For billions of people around the world, this daily interaction is second nature. But behind that blinking cursor...

This Website Statistics dataset has three resources showing usage of the Lincolnshire Open Data website. Web analytics terms used in each resource are defined in their accompanying Metadata file. Please Note: due to a change in Analytics platform and accompanying metrics, the current files do not contain a full years data. The files will be updated again in January 2025 with 2024-2025 data. The previous dataset containing Web Analytics has been archived and can be found in the following link; https://lincolnshire.ckan.io/dataset/website-statistics-archived Website Usage Statistics: This document shows a statistical summary of usage of the Lincolnshire Open Data site for the latest calendar year. Website Statistics Summary: This dataset shows a website statistics summary for the Lincolnshire Open Data site for the latest calendar year. Webpage Statistics: This dataset shows statistics for individual Webpages on the Lincolnshire Open Data site by calendar year. Note: The resources above exclude API calls (automated requests for datasets). These Website Statistics resources are updated annually in February by the Lincolnshire County Council Open Data team.

In 1995, only 0.77% of the world’s population was online. Fast forward to 2025, and nearly two-thirds of humanity now live a connected life. Whether it's streaming news on a smart fridge in Texas or running a full business from a beach in Bali, the internet is no longer a...

As of October 2025, 6.04 billion individuals worldwide were internet users, which amounted to 73.2 percent of the global population. Of this total, 5.66 billion, or 68.7 percent of the world's population, were social media users. Global internet usage Connecting billions of people worldwide, the internet is a core pillar of the modern information society. Northern Europe ranked first among worldwide regions by the share of the population using the internet in 2025. In the Netherlands, Norway, and Saudi Arabia, 99 percent of the population used the internet as of February 2025. North Korea was at the opposite end of the spectrum, with virtually no internet usage penetration among the general population, ranking last worldwide. Eastern Asia was home to the largest number of online users worldwide—over 1.34 billion at the latest count. Southern Asia ranked second, with around 1.2 billion internet users. China, India, and the United States rank ahead of other countries worldwide by the number of internet users. Worldwide internet user demographics As of 2024, the share of female internet users worldwide was 65 percent, five percent less than that of men. Gender disparity in internet usage was bigger in African countries, with around a 10-percent difference. Worldwide regions, like the Commonwealth of Independent States and Europe, showed a smaller usage gap between these two genders. As of 2024, global internet usage was higher among individuals between 15 and 24 years old across all regions, with young people in Europe representing the most considerable usage penetration, 98 percent. In comparison, the worldwide average for the age group of 15 to 24 years was 79 percent. The income level of the countries was also an essential factor for internet access, as 93 percent of the population of the countries with high income reportedly used the internet, as opposed to only 27 percent of the low-income markets.

This dataset provides a comprehensive overview of global internet usage as of 2024. It includes the number of internet users in each country, the percentage of the population with internet access, and the total internet traffic generated. This dataset can be used to analyze trends in internet adoption, digital inequality, and the potential impact of the internet on various sectors of the global economy.

Introduction

Internet Usage Statistics: It’s hard to imagine life without being connected to the internet, isn't it? The internet has become a fundamental part of our lives these days, from how we work and learn to how we shop and socialize. But how big is this world, really? What's the point behind all the clicks, swipes, and searches?

That's where these internet usage statistics help us; these are the pulse of our global civilization. We are going to explore who's online, what they're doing, and where the next big digital thing is happening.

Understanding these statistics is crucial for anyone who wants to grasp the modern world, from marketers and business owners to content creators and even everyday people. Let's dive deep into the data and see what it tells us about the condition of the internet in 2025. Let’s get into it.

This statistic presents the average daily time spent online by internet users in North America from 2011 to 2022. According to Zenith Optimedia, in 2018, the average daily minutes of North American internet consumption per capita amounted to 237 minutes. The majority of these daily online minutes were generated via mobile.

This Website Statistics dataset has three resources showing usage of the Lincolnshire Open Data website. Web analytics terms used in each resource are defined in their accompanying Metadata file. Please Note: due to a change in Analytics platform and accompanying metrics, the current files do not contain a full years data. The files will be updated again in January 2025 with 2024-2025 data. The previous dataset containing Web Analytics has been archived and can be found in the following link; https://lincolnshire.ckan.io/dataset/website-statistics-archived Website Usage Statistics: This document shows a statistical summary of usage of the Lincolnshire Open Data site for the latest calendar year. Website Statistics Summary: This dataset shows a website statistics summary for the Lincolnshire Open Data site for the latest calendar year. Webpage Statistics: This dataset shows statistics for individual Webpages on the Lincolnshire Open Data site by calendar year. Note: The resources above exclude API calls (automated requests for datasets). These Website Statistics resources are updated annually in February by the Lincolnshire County Council Open Data team.

Note: This dataset has been archived and is no longer being updated due to a change in analytics platform. You can find the new dataset relating to Website Statistics in the following link; https://lincolnshire.ckan.io/dataset/website-statistics This Website Statistics dataset has three resources showing usage of the Lincolnshire Open Data website. Web analytics terms used in each resource are defined in their accompanying Metadata file. Website Usage Statistics: This document shows a statistical summary of usage of the Lincolnshire Open Data site for the latest calendar year. Website Statistics Summary: This dataset shows a website statistics summary for the Lincolnshire Open Data site for the latest calendar year. Webpage Statistics: This dataset shows statistics for individual Webpages on the Lincolnshire Open Data site by calendar year. Note: The resources above show only UK users, and exclude API calls (automated requests for datasets). For further information, please contact the Lincolnshire County Council Open Data team.

** Note: This dataset has been archived and is no longer being updated due to a change in analytics platform. You can find the new dataset relating to Website Statistics in the following link; https://lincolnshire.ckan.io/dataset/website-statistics ** This Website Statistics dataset has three resources showing usage of the Lincolnshire Open Data website. Web analytics terms used in each resource are defined in their accompanying Metadata file. - Website Usage Statistics: This document shows a statistical summary of usage of the Lincolnshire Open Data site for the latest calendar year. - Website Statistics Summary: This dataset shows a website statistics summary for the Lincolnshire Open Data site for the latest calendar year. - Webpage Statistics: This dataset shows statistics for individual Webpages on the Lincolnshire Open Data site by calendar year. Note: The resources above show only UK users, and exclude API calls (automated requests for datasets). For further information, please contact the Lincolnshire County Council Open Data team.

According to a 2023 survey of internet users in the United States, 91 percent of users between 30 and 49 years regularly use a smartphone to go online. Young adults between 18 and 29 years ranked second with 89 percent. Laptops were the second most used device named by the respondents, enabling more than half of the respondents between 30 and 49 years to connect to the internet.